Mexican Roasted or Braised Chicken

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 14
Mexican Roasted or Braised Chicken for a Spicy and Flavorful Meal
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

5 -6 lbs young roasting chickens or 5 -6 lbs roasting chickens
2 ounces achiote , molido ( Annatto )
1 -2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin ( Comino Molido )
1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup water ( optional )
4 garlic cloves , peeled
1 -2 chiles de arbol ( thin , dried chiles )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
500
Sugar
0g
Fat
33g
Mexican Roasted or Braised Chicken is a flavorful and spicy dish that is perfect for those who love bold flavors and tender, juicy meat. The blend of spices used in the achiote paste creates a unique and delicious flavor profile that is both spicy and savory. This dish can be easily modified to fit individual preferences by adjusting the amount of spice or switching up the cooking method. Whether roasted or braised, this dish is sure to impress guests and satisfy your taste buds.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a blender, combine the achiote, salt, cumin, oregano, lime juice, water, garlic cloves, and chiles de arbol.
3.Blend until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
4.Pat the chickens dry with paper towels, and rub the paste all over the chickens.
5.Roast the chickens in the oven for two hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6.Let the chickens rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

PROS

This chicken dish is packed with flavor due to the blend of spices, and can be either roasted or braised depending on your preference.

It is incredibly versatile, and can be enjoyed with a variety of sides and sauces.

It is also gluten-free and can be made keto-friendly by omitting the optional water.

CONS

The achiote used in the paste may be difficult to find in some grocery stores, and may need to be sought out at specialty shops or online.

The dish can be time-consuming to prepare, as it requires several hours of cooking time, and can be challenging for those who are not experienced in roasting or braising meat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein, and the spice blend used is known to have anti-inflammatory properties that may be beneficial for those with inflammatory conditions.
However, it is high in fat due to the chicken skin and may not be appropriate for those on a low-fat diet.

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